Building cognitive reserve is a lifelong process. Engaging in intellectually stimulating activities and maintaining a mentally active lifestyle across the lifespan is crucial for maximizing cognitive reserve.
Research suggests that it is possible to enhance cognitive reserve through lifestyle changes like regular exercise, cognitive training, and social engagement. These interventions may help optimize brain health and reduce the risk or severity of cognitive decline.
However, the connection between cognitive research and health aging is still an area of active research. Scientists are continuing to explore the mechanisms of cognitive reserve and its potential applications to brain health, including whether it contributes to differences in disease risk between men and women.
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